Being asked or required to testify in a courtroom can be a nerve-wracking experience, even if you are not a party to the trial. If you have been summoned to testify as a witness in a civil case, you may wonder if it is possible to avoid it. There are many reasons why you may want […]
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In federal criminal law, Title 18 U.S.C. 3282 states, “except as otherwise expressly provided by law, no person shall be prosecuted . . . for any offense, not capital, unless the indictment is found . . . is instituted within five years next after such offense shall have been committed.” This passage is widely regarded
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Racketeering is a broad term for any structured illegal acts to gain profits. These activities fall within the purview of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act. The law specifically makes it illegal to take control or ownership of an enterprise through criminal means and covers the definition, limitations, and punishment for these types of
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Being served with a subpoena can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially if you have no clue about its origins. If you have never had altercations with the law, receiving a legal document requesting you to appear at a legal proceeding or to produce documents can leave you with many questions. If you find yourself at
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If you’re involved in a securities dispute but cannot reach an amicable settlement agreement with the government, you may need to go to trial. In court, a judge or jury will make a ruling in favor of one party after hearing each side of the story from the parties involved. The civil litigation process can
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The world of securities trading is complex and challenging, but people continue to delve into the markets in hopes of gaining a significant return on their investment. Before investing in any security or commodity, one must be aware of rules and regulations to avoid 18 U.S.C. § 1348 federal securities fraud charges as well as
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Healthcare fraud remains one of the most active areas of criminal and civil investigation and enforcement/prosecution by the federal government and the states. In this article, you’ll discover the most common types of healthcare fraud medical providers commit and what you can do about it if you’re being investigated. The government estimates that healthcare fraud
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Some investors like to take a hands-off approach to investing and leave the decision-making to their brokers or investment advisers. Others want to be advised about every transaction in their account and daily updates about the status of their portfolios. Whatever the case, brokers and financial advisors must adhere to their clients’ wishes. In most
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Investors often rely on the information provided by financial advisors or brokers before purchasing a stock, security or committing to an investment strategy. After all, these individuals are legally required to disclose all relevant facts about a financial product or opportunity so that clients can make sound investment decisions. Unfortunately, some brokers intentionally misrepresent or
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When a breach of fiduciary duty happens, it can be costly and devastating to those affected. That is why it’s essential for the party owed the protection of the fiduciary relationship to understand who can be held liable for the damages caused by a breach of duty. In this article, we will cover the elements
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